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United is committed to helping all prospective students understand and budget for the full cost of their education. United scholarships are designed to defray some of the cost, but they cannot be counted on to cover the full cost of attendance. For every student, tuition, fees, books, travel and living expenses should be considered. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to look for multiple funding sources for your educational and living costs.

Scholarship applications are accepted only through the United Student Portal.

Most scholarships are for one (1) academic year only.

Decisions of the Scholarship committee are final.

Scholarship awards are equally divided between the fall and spring semesters.

General requirements to apply:

Submit a scholarship application by the posted deadline.

Be enrolled full time, at least 9 credit hours per semester.

Maintain a good academic record, no less than a 2.5 cumulative GPA.

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Must not be in default on any federal student aid program.

Must be enrolled in one of the following programs:
Master of Divinity
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry
Master of Theological Studies
Basic Graduate Theological Studies
Pre-Doctoral Program
Doctor of Ministry

Priority Deadlines Dates:All continuing students — March 1
New students for fall semester — June 1
New students for spring semester — December 1

Scholarship applications received after the priority deadlines will still be considered pending availability of funds.

Responsibilities of Scholarship Recipients
Upon accepting an offered scholarship, students are expected to:

Write or send a letter of thanks (emails not accepted)

Attend the Scholarship Dinner

Complete FinanciallyFit literacy course within the first semester of enrollment

Participate in the annual “Thank-a-thon” held each Spring

Participate in the annual Alumni/ae Phone-a-thon held each Fall

* This policy is effective for students enrolling after the Spring 2014 semester:
Acceptance of any institutional awards (scholarships, tuition waivers, or tuition discounts) will cause federal student loans awarded to be decreased by an amount equal to the scholarship award accepted. Whenever possible the federal student loan would be adjusted prior to the issuance of the financial aid award letter. In cases where the student declines the institutional scholarship award, the loan amount will be adjusted accordingly.

Army National Guard ScholarshipsAward amount: ARNG covers one half of the student’s full-time tuition, and United in partnership will contribute up to $3,600 annually toward the remainder of tuition cost. Five (5) annual scholarships available.

For individuals who want to fulfill a call to ministerial service as a chaplain with the Army National Guard.

The Herbert S. and Mary L. Beane Scholarship FundAward amount: Up to $7,000

For students enrolled in the Master of Divinity degree program

Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA

Bishop Christian Newcomer Academic ScholarshipAward amount: 50% tuition, renewable for up to three (3) years

For courses taken in on-campus residential format only (not hybrid or intensives)

3.0 GPA or higher in previous undergraduate or graduate coursework

Three references

Essay: 3-5 pages on the following topic:At United Theological Seminary we have one goal: To educate dynamic, Spirit-led leaders who will renew the church for the mission of Jesus Christ in the world. How do you plan to renew the church for the mission of Jesus Christ in the world as a residential student and alumnus/a of United Theological Seminary?

The Dayton-Stolle Scholarship FundAward amount: up to $1,700

For students preparing for ministry

Preference to those from the Miami Valley District of the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church

The Robert M. Daugherty Scholarship FundAward amount: up to $2,000

For students pursuing pastoral ministry

Demonstrates financial need

Based on need, academic merit and promise for pastoral ministry

The Hammink ScholarshipAward amount: up to $18,000, renewable for up to three (3) years

For students preparing for ministry in the United Methodist Church

Essay: 3-5 pages on the topic:Describe the Evangelical United Brethren Church’s influence on the United Methodist Church and your personal ministry.

1. Scholarship Application
Complete the Scholarship application on the United Applicant Portal. New students can apply during the admissions application process on the portal. Continuing students will be notified each year when the scholarship application for the upcoming academic year is available. All students who complete the FAFSA are eligible to apply for need-based awards. All merit awards appear on the portal to apply based on the applicant’s qualifications.

2. Student Aid Application
Complete the FASFA form online at http://www.fafsa.gov. United’s school code is G03122.

3. Decisions

·Award decisions will be made by the Scholarship Selection Committee.

·All applicants will receive written notification of the outcome of their application.

·The decision of the Scholarship Committee is final.

4. Scholarship Acceptance Requirements
If a scholarship award is received, recipients must do the following to accept and maintain the award:

·Sign and return their award letter by the written deadline on their award letter

·Demonstrate appreciation by writing a letter of gratitude to the scholarship benefactor by the add/drop date

·Register for a full time course load (Masters and Pre-Doctoral: 9 or more credit hours; Doctor of Ministry: Phase 1-6)

CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ)Disciples Home Mission
For members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Several scholarship sources. Deadline is March 15th. Contact 317.713.2652More information

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
UCC Scholarship for Seminarians and other financial aid resources for members of United Church of Christ congregations.More information

UNITED METHODISTRobert D. Snyder Memorial Scholarship
The award of up to $500 gives preference, but is not limited, to seminarians who seek to serve the East Ohio Conference of The UMC and whose faith, practice and beliefs echo those of the Reverend Robert D. (Bob) Snyder. Deadline is May 1.More information

The Calvary Foundation
Scholarships for students who show good moral character, academic promise and financial need. Write to the Calvary Foundation,
Calvary United Methodist Church
2315 South Grant Street, Arlington, VA 22202.More information

Laura Hofford Trust
Must be a male member of the United Methodist Church. Deadline is January 30th. Contact 212.870.3662 or write to Associate General Secretary
Mission Personnel Resources Program
Department 475 Riverside Drive Room 1470
New York NY 100115.

Mount Olivet Foundation
Preference is given to individuals connected to Mount Olivet United Methodist Church, to the United Methodist Church, to individuals from Arlington, Northern Virginia, or the Washington DC Metropolitan area. Deadlines are the 15th of January, April, July and October. Contact 703.534.7359 or write to
The Mount Olivet Foundation
1500 N. Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207.More information

Name of Scholarship

Organization

Deadline

$ Award Amount

Notes

Baptist Communicators Association Scholarships

Baptist Communicators Association

March-14

$500-$1000

$1000 scholarship for Undergraduate student, $500 scholarship for Graduate student, and $1000 scholarship for an Undergraduate student of minority ethnicity or international origin. Students must have vocational plans in Religious communications.

1,000.00 Tuition Scholarship + Logos Bronzes Library which containsÊ over 420 titles which in print would cost over $8,000.00

The Logos Bible Software Seminary Scholarship is open to all students currently enrolled in an accredited theological seminary located in North America, or those who plan on enrolling within the next 8 months.Ê The scholarship is a one-time scholarship and is awarded to a different student every quarter.

African Methodist Episcopal Church

African Methodist EpiscopalÊ

Varies

Varies

The funds for this scholarship will be administered by the Connectional Lay Organization of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

Acton Institute

Acton Institute

Fall Term

Fellowships and grants do not exceed $3,000, but typically range from $500-$1,000

To apply for an FTE North American Doctoral Fellowship, you must be a member of a racial or ethnic group that is traditionally underrepresented in graduate education.

Dempster Graduate Fellowship Award

United Methodist Church

11/1/14

Fellowships up to $10,000

The fellowships are open only to members of The United Methodist Church who plan to teach in seminaries, or teach one of the theological disciplines (Bible,ÊchurchÊhistory, theology, ethics and the arts ofÊministry) in universities or colleges. Êthe applicant must haveÊreceivedÊthe M.Div degree or its equivalent from one of the United Methodist seminaries , or be in a Ph.D program or its equivalent at a university affiliated with a United Methodist

Hall Missions Scholarship

First Baptist Church

21-Feb

$1,000

Available to undergraduate and graduate students: Applicants must be planning a career in missions, and demonstrate

Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Foundation Scholarship

Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Foundation

March-14

Varies

Applicants must be studying for pastoral ministry (M.Div.) and US Citizen

The Charles Wesley Essay Prize

The Charles Wesley Society

May-14

Varies

Applicants must write a 25 page essay on the life, work, or hyms

Written requests may be sent to Ms. Lori Nichols at: William A. Heath Educational Fund, Barnett Bank. N.A., PO Box 40200, Jacksonville, FL 32203. Requests should include a letter of introduction expressing your educational goals, extracurricular interests, church activities, a brief description of your personality, your religious denomination, a copy of your high school and college transcripts, a copy of your birth certificate, and a letter of recommendation from your pastor or professor.

William A. Heath Educational Fund

June-14

Varies

Scholarships are available to male seminary students who are under 35 years of age. Applicants must be studying for ministry, or preparing for the mission field. Applicants must have graduated from a high school in one of the following states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or West Virginia. Preference is given to Methodist and Episcopalian applicants

Mary E. Bivins Foundation Ministry Scholarship Program

Mary E. Bivins Foundation

Contact foundation in January for details

up to $3,500

Scholarships are provided for an undergraduate or graduate education leading to a Bachelors or Masters Degree in a field that prepares the student to preach the Christian

Roothbert Fund Scholarship

The Roothbert Fund

Must request application by January 31st each year.

$2000 Ð $3000

While the Fund does not emphasize any particular form of religious practice or worship, it seeks to provide support to persons motivated by spiritual values.

Seminary Scholarship Application

Minnesota Annual Conference

Annually

Ê Ê Ê ÊÊ5,000 for a student attending a United Methodist seminary; 3,000 for a student attending an approved seminary outside the boundaries of Minnesota

Evidence of financial need from seminary financial aid office Evidence of registation and status of enrollment

full tuition, medical and vision insurance, a monthly allowance, and miscellaneous college expenses

Objective is to provide educational opportunities for young Muslim students from Muslim communities in non-member countries to pursue undergraduate or first-degree study in a university and to train them in specific fields in order to improve their socio-economic conditions

J. Milton Richardson Theological Fellowship (Graduate Scholarship)

Alpha Tau Omega Foundation

Varies

Varies

The scholarship is awarded to an ATO who plans to attend or is enrolled in an accredited graduate school in theology or the seminary, and who intends to become a member of the clergy.

United Jewish FederationÕs Central Scholarship and Loan Referral Service (CSLRS)

The Central Scholarship & Loan Referral Service (CSLRS) of the United Jewish Federation

February 4-

-Varies

Any Jewish high school senior, college or graduate student in the greater Pittsburgh area with financial need is eligible to apply

UCC Scholarships for SeminariansÊ

United Church of Christ

Varies

Up to $10,000 annually for students seeking pastoral degrees

Many scholarships made available by supporting the education and training of those preparing for ministry.

Iowa Annual Conference

Iowa Annual Conference

Varies

Varies

Iowa as the home conference or is a resident of Iowa

Bishop Charles P. Greco

Knights of Columbus

1-May

$2000 annually not to exceed $500 per term

The Knights of Columbus awards Bishop Charles P. Greco Graduate Fellowships annually to U.S. students enrolled in a full-time masterÕs degree program designed for teachers of people with intellectual disabilities.

William and Alice Brown endowment

The American Bible Society

1-May

$3,000

Scholarships for Education, Medical and Seminary Students

E.C. BOUEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

INTERNATIONAL MINISTERS WIVES AND WIDOWS ASSOCIATION

Varies

Varies

Scholarship is intended for college undergraduates who are studying or plan to study theology. Must be recommended by the wife of a minister or equivalent of your denomination. Any religion affiliation is acceptable.

WOMENÕS MISSIONARY UNION Scholarships

WomenÕs Missionary Union

Varies

Varies

WMU offers a number of scholarships to women or children of women missionaries and clergy. The foundation seeks to advance the support of Christian values through charity, educating and missionary work.

Bernardin Scholars Program

Catholic Theological Union

varies

full tuition scholarship

Students must be accepted in the Masters of Arts in Theology or the Ecumenical Doctor of Ministry degree programs at Catholic Theological Union (CTU).

Romero Scholars Programs

Catholic Theological Union

varies

varies

offers Hispanic men and women a full tuition scholarship for a professional graduate degree that prepares them to minister in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Tolton Scholars Program

Catholic Theological Union

varies

full tuition scholarship

Offers Black Catholic women and men a full tuition scholarship for a professional graduate theology degree that prepares them to minister in the Archdiocese of Chicago

Calihan Academic Fellowship

Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty

31-Oct

up to $3000

Awards are open to seminarians or graduate students in theology, philosophy, religion, economics, or in related fields.

Novak Award

Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty

1-Dec

$10,000

Scholars who have received a doctorate from an accredited domestic or international program in the previous five calendar years. Current doctoral candidates in the process of completing their dissertations are also eligible.

Jewish Community Centers of North America Graduate Scholarship ProgramÊ

Jewish Community Centers of North America

Varies

up to $10,000

This is a graduate program offered by the Jewish Community Centers, where you agree to work for them after graduation for two years to be eligible for this award. For full time students the award is for $10,000, part time students employed by JCC are eligible for $3000.

Scholarships from the Center for Jewish Studies

The George L. Mosse and Laurence A. Weinstein Center for Jewish Studies (University of Wisconsin Madison)

27-Mar

Up to $3000

For those obtaining a degree in Jewish Studies

Robert D. Snyder Memorial Scholarship

East Ohio Evangelical Fellowship

May 1

$500

Gives preference, but is not limited, to seminarians who seek to serve the East Ohio Conference of The UMC and whose faith, practice and beliefs echo those of the Rev. Robert D. Snyder.